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The Best Available! Historic Adobe Home in Old Town Albuquerque

The Best Available! Historic Adobe Home in Old Town Albuquerque

Come enjoy the glamor and Southwestern charm of this old, territorial style house. The Old Town House in the museum district is an authentic adobe, built c. 1902. Directly cross the street from Tiguex Park, and about a block and a half from historic Old Town Plaza, the location is unmatched. With original wood floors, beamed ceilings, and foot thick walls, this house evokes the romance of the Old West, and is a fantastic base for your Albuquerque adventures.
Three bedrooms and two baths accommodate 6 (2 queen beds and 1 full bed, as well as a sleeper sofa in the living room, which adds flexibility in sleeping arrangements). The en suite master bath features a claw foot tub, the second bedroom has a gas kiva fireplace, and soft lighting is achieved in all three bedrooms with chandeliers. An open floor plan connects the living room and kitchen. All kitchen appliances are stainless. An adjoining sitting room (with its own gas kiva fireplace) allows views of the park through a side lit French door. The dining room seats 6 comfortably. There is off street parking for two vehicles parked in tandem (for example, a large pickup and regular sized sedan will both fit).
The back yard patio area is equipped with three bistro tables and six chairs, as well as a charcoal Weber grill.
Things to Do in Albuquerque: Check out the web site for Old Town Albuquerque. Also, the Duke City Fix web site for a daily dose of Albuquerque pictures (as well as local commentary). Photos are posted on the Albuquerque Photo Gallery near the top of the DCF home page. People post new ones daily, and there are often spectacular shots of the Albuquerque scenery.
Here are a few of local restaurants of note (there are many other fabulous ones in Old Town, and throughout Albuquerque, but these are some of my favorites):
The St. Claire Winery and Bistro - great food, often live music, and local New Mexico wines. About a five minute drive (with traffic).
Seasons - within walking distance - upscale, great food, good service.
Golden Crown Panederia - Bakery which gets rave reviews in my guest book.
Flying Star - About a 10 minute drive north on Rio Grande. In the summer, the shaded patio is particularly lovely.
There is a Starbucks (with a fireplace) about 4 minutes away by car, or about a 15 minute walk. For local coffee houses, try Velvet Coffeehouse in the Patio Market just off the plaza. Or walk 10 minutes east on Mountain Rd and visit Boiler Monkey.

Overview

Details

house

1,700
sq. ft.

Sleeps

6

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

2

Minimum Stay

3 - 9 nights

About the property

3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms

Come enjoy the glamor and Southwestern charm of this old, territorial style house. The Old Town House in the museum district is an authentic adobe, built c. 1902. Directly cross the street from Tiguex Park, and about a block and a half from historic Old Town Plaza, the location is unmatched. With original wood floors, beamed ceilings, and foot thick walls, this house evokes the romance of the Old West, and is a fantastic base for your Albuquerque adventures.

Three bedrooms and two baths accommodate 6 (2 queen beds and 1 full bed, as well as a sleeper sofa in the living room, which adds flexibility in sleeping arrangements). The en suite master bath features a claw foot tub, the second bedroom has a gas kiva fireplace, and soft lighting is achieved in all three bedrooms with chandeliers. An open floor plan connects the living room and kitchen. All kitchen appliances are stainless. An adjoining sitting room (with its own gas kiva fireplace) allows views of the park through a side lit French door. The dining room seats 6 comfortably. There is off street parking for two vehicles parked in tandem (for example, a large pickup and regular sized sedan will both fit).

The back yard patio area is equipped with three bistro tables and six chairs, as well as a charcoal Weber grill.

Things to Do in Albuquerque: Check out the web site for Old Town Albuquerque. Also, the Duke City Fix web site for a daily dose of Albuquerque pictures (as well as local commentary). Photos are posted on the Albuquerque Photo Gallery near the top of the DCF home page. People post new ones daily, and there are often spectacular shots of the Albuquerque scenery.

Here are a few of local restaurants of note (there are many other fabulous ones in Old Town, and throughout Albuquerque, but these are some of my favorites):

The St. Claire Winery and Bistro - great food, often live music, and local New Mexico wines. About a five minute drive (with traffic).

Flying Star - About a 10 minute drive north on Rio Grande. In the summer, the shaded patio is particularly lovely.

There is a Starbucks (with a fireplace) about 4 minutes away by car, or about a 15 minute walk. For local coffee houses, try Velvet Coffeehouse in the Patio Market just off the plaza. Or walk 10 minutes east on Mountain Rd and visit Boiler Monkey.

About Carol Prather

I am a recently retired U.S. Naval officer currently teaching at the Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island. While I will always love the maritime environment, I head for New Mexico whenever I get the chance. I am also fortunate enough to have excellent support staff for the house.

Carol Prather purchased this house in 2007

Why Carol Prather chose Albuquerque

I am a fan of the blend of cultures, terrain, climate, and cuisine in New Mexico. The way the air smells, sharply blue sky, fab food, great people, public art. People are friendly and real. I like the vibe these things impart, and I like Albuquerque in particular. Thinking ahead to life following active naval service, I was delighted by the opportunities the Old Town House represented, even though I was stationed overseas at the time I happened across it. Since I love New Mexico as much as I love to travel, I thought it would be the perfect eventual home plate and launching pad for all sorts of adventures. It has turned out that my Navy life has continued on past retirement from active duty service (not something I could have predicted). I'm now involved in academic and policy facets - summer of 2017 has me complete with course work for a phD in international relations - now on to comprehensive exams and the dissertation - whew! So I continue to enjoy sharing the Old Town house with people who seem to enjoy Albuquerque just as much as I do.

What makes this house unique

The outstanding location, adjacent to much loved Tiguex Park, and also within steps of the museums and the plaza, is hard to beat. While restaurants and shops are easily accessible, the environment of the house itself is quite calm. The house is full of charm and character, and old adobes sleep very well. It is fairly routine for balloons to launch at daybreak from the balloon park, and often their flight path takes them over Tiguex park, which makes them visible out the front windows as they approach.

Comfortable and convenient historic home.

We loved our stay in this cozy historic, adobe home in Old Town. It was comfortable and just a block from Old Town, which offers great shopping, dining and sightseeing. We loved the large dining table and claw foot tub! Once we figured out the cooling system, we were very comfortable. Our only complaints were the beds were a little uncomfortable and there were no sheets for the foldout bed in the couch. Everything else was great for our family. We'd rent it again if we visit the area again.

Submitted: Jul 10, 2017

Stayed: Jul 2017

Source: HomeAway

Owner's Response: Thanks for this excellent, valuable feedback! I am so sorry about the sleeper sofa bedding. I've endeavored to think through the information guests receive in preparation for their stay, and once they have arrived, but this is one that hadn't occurred to me. I have added a note to arrival instructions regarding the location of bedding for the sleeper sofa (we keep that all in a blanket chest in the dining room - not an obvious location for a guest arriving at the end of a long day of travel). I will also move the note on this to a more prominent location in the Guide to the House. Feedback helps me keep the Old Town house in top condition and running well, and I very much appreciate it. I also welcome calls from guests at any point during their stay if they have questions or a concern. Thanks again. Carol

Beautiful spacious home. Great location.

Ideal for 3 people attending a nearby conference- we could walk to conference and Old Town. House is beautifully decorated and well appointed. Just a lovely spot.

Submitted: Jul 9, 2017

Stayed: Jul 2017

Source: VRBO, from HomeAway

Owner's Response: Thanks for the feedback! I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and that the house was a good choice for your visit. Walkability can be key, and it sounds like it worked out well for attending your conference. Excellent!

A wonderful home, full of character.

I really enjoyed my stay in this charming bungalow. My toddler was delighted to discover a playground 20 seconds away. Carol was very easy to deal with and the property is equipped with pretty much everything you'll need. Will definitely stay here again.

Submitted: Dec 5, 2016

Stayed: Nov 2016

Source: VRBO, from HomeAway

Owner's Response: Thanks very much for the feedback! So glad to hear that the way the house is equipped worked well. The playground across the street in the park is a pretty neat feature of the house's location. It's close enough to be really convenient, and the park designers also put some good thought into the way the berms in the park work with the siting so that things feels mellow along Old Town Rd. when the younger set is out playing. Thanks again. So you glad you enjoyed your stay.

Very comfortable well maintained old house (1901!) only a block or two from the heart of Old Town.

We were very comfortable while there for 6 days for my daughter's wedding. All the systems work, plenty of hot water and the landlord was gracious enough to turn the A/C back on since the area was a bit unseasonably warm. It was clean and there were plenty of towels, sheets, pillows, etc. If you want a taste of Old Albuquerque, this is a great location for you, with tons of restaurants (Try the Golden Crown, 2-3 blocks away), museums, and shopping literally within blocks. A beautiful park is right across the street.

Great location, very romantic, rustic Southwest character

The house had everything I was looking for and more. While the house has been updated, all the charm remains: original wood floors, kiva fireplaces, claw foot tub, southwestern furniture, plaster walls, and floor stencils. You couldn't ask for a better location!

Submitted: Oct 28, 2016

Stayed: Sep 2016

Source: HomeAway

Owner's Response: I really appreciate the positive feedback. Figuring out how to preserve the character of an old house while adding modern comforts can be a bit of a delicate balance. I'm so glad to hear that you found its charm continuing to shine through, and that it served well for your visit! Thanks, Carol

Map

Nearest Airport

7
Miles

Albuquerque International

Nearest Train

2
Miles

New Mexico Rail Runner

Car: recommended

The house fronts Old Town Rd., a quiet street bordering Tiguex Park. The park is a place of towering cottonwoods, grassy fields, and a first rate playground. This is a walking neighborhood, with people out with strollers and dogs into the evening hours. Immediately across the park are several museums (Art and History, Science and Natural History, and Explora - the children's science museum). Excellent restaurants and interesting shopping are within leisurely walking distance. The Albuquerque Biological Park, including the zoo, aquarium and botanical gardens, is a short drive away.

Logistics are easy, with a short ride from the airport, a mile and a half to the train station and Convention Center, and about 1 hour to Santa Fe.

Albuquerque was recently ranked one of the five best cities in the U.S. to live in. The culture in the area is amazing and there is always something of interest going on. Come and enjoy!

Other Activities: Museums & Theaters (I-Max)

Ski: According to Google Maps, Santa Fe Ski area is 1 hour and 2 minutes from the house. Closer to town is Sandia Peak Ski Area, about 45 minutes away. Some drive to the Sandia Peak Tramway in the Northeast Heights, and take the tram to and from the ski area.

Additional information about rental rates

Cleaning Fee

$100

Damage Deposit

$400

A deposit of $400 is separate from the rental fee, as it converts to a damage deposit upon arrival. It is fully refundable with the house left in good condition. The deposit and a signed rental agreement secure your reservation. I handle all payments through HomeAway's secure online payment system.